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High-mounted curtains make the windows look bigger and the room feel more spacious.

New bedding and pillows help turn the room into a relaxing retreat.

Round ottomans and other curved accents offset the hard corners and furniture.

The painting displayed in a prominent place completes the room.

- April Force Pardoe, Designer

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The Homeowner

A couple would like to outfit the 370-square-foot master bedroom in their new Fort Washington home, building on the colors in a treasured painting.

Designer's Critique

Use soft fabrics to turn the bedroom into a suite and spread the colors of the artwork throughout the space.

- April Force Pardoe of AFP Interiors in Elkridge, 410-446-6340, www.afpinteriors.com

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